Whether it’s that Spring is in full bloom, or that we have been universally staying at home of an evening, we’re not quite sure, but at the end of the day when we pour a glass of our favourite drink it has been a massive plus throughout Lockdown for #TeamCoco.
With this in mind we have drawn together a little guide of liquor and wine that we have been quaffing whilst indoors, some of which you may like to try in your own home. And, as we begin to ease lockdown it may be worthwhile adding to your drinks collection for when you’re allowed to have friends and visitors around in the future.
Wine
Iheart, Italian Sparkling Rosé, £8.50, Sainsbury’s
Step into spring with this sophisticated sparkling sensation! This light, bubbly and fruity tipple is the perfect match for your home cooked dinners. This charming rose-tinted tipple is bursting with fresh flavours of ripe strawberry and summer fruits and is the perfect drink to enjoy in the sunshine.
Still by Hattingley, 2019 Rosé, £14, www.hattingleyvalley.com
A light and elegant wine from the 2019 vintage, the limited edition STILL Rosé is made from Pinot Noir Précoce, known as early Pinot Noir, sourced from prime Kent and Berkshire vineyards. Using the freshest fruit picked just before rainfall, the wine is processed in the saignée method and fermented in stainless steel tanks for five months, giving it a delicate yet vibrant acidity. Dry with refreshing notes of red fruit, the exquisite pale pink wine pairs perfectly with Asian prawn salad, grilled fish or shellfish and is the ideal accompaniment for al fresco dining.
The Bolney Estate, Estate Pinot Noir 2018, £19.99, www.bolneywineestate.com
An excellent example of a cool climate Pinot Noir, well balanced, it has soft tannins and juicy strawberry and red cherry on the palate. Leather, spice and chocolate complement fresh plums and a smooth and creamy finish.
Gin
Fishers Gin, Original 20cl Pink Fishers, £17.95, www.fishersgin.com
Robust and natural with savoury, aromatic and herbaceous notes, Fishers uses a variety of delicious edible plants such as dittany, lovage, beetroot, bog myrtle, sea purslane, rock samphire, spignel and wood avens to create its distinct flavour, reminiscent of the coast.
Your order of Pink Fishers includes: 1 x 20cl bottle of Fishers Gin “Original” with 2 x miniature Angostura Bitters and 2 x Fever Tree Mediterranean Light Tonics – ideal to make your own ‘Pink Fishers’. Includes free delivery for all online orders.
Manchester Gin, Lockdown Package, £95, www.manchestergin.co.uk
Create your own bespoke Lockdown Package from Manchester Gin, with a choice of three 500ml bottles from a choice of six flavours (including Manchester Spirit Vodka). You can enjoy any three full-sized 500ml bottles plus six tonics from Fever Tree or Franklin & Sons. Choices include: Signature Gin, Raspberry Infused Gin, Wild Spirit Gin, Blackberry Infused Gin, FAC51 The Haçienda Gin, or Manchester Spirit Vodka. For a limited time they are offering free delivery on all orders over £30.
Villa Ascenti Gin, £34.95, www.thewhiskyexchange.com
This premium Italian Gin from Villa Ascenti is made using a secret combination of locally-sourced botanicals, including Tuscan juniper berries, fresh mint, thyme, and Moscato grapes. A light and aromatic spirit, which is perfect for this time of year.
Rum
ARLU Rum, Passionfruit & Mango, £23, www.arlurum.com or from Harvey Nichols
This expertly crafted rum collection is imported from the award-winning Demerara Diamond Distillery and lovingly blended with unique natural flavours and spices in the heart of Manchester. Offering three new flavours in the range; ARLU RUM Original Spiced, ARLU RUM Passionfruit & Mango and ARLU RUM Blood Orange are set to tantalise taste buds. We are loving the passionfruit and mango flavour here at #TeamCoco.
Whisky and Whiskey
Talisker Single Malt, Scotch Whisky, £39.45, www.thewhiskyexchange.com
Talisker Single Malt is a seriously classic malt whisky, with an intense smoky sweetness, including notes of heather, moor, sweet seaweed, and black pepper. It boasts a powerful peat-smoke flavour with sea-water saltiness and a citrus boost – a drink that is full of character.
Jack Daniel’s, Tennessee Apple Whiskey, £25, Tesco, Asda, and Sainsbury’s
The Jack Daniel Distillery introduces Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Apple: a blend of Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey with finely crafted apple liqueur. The newest member of the Jack Daniel’s family is made from real crisp apples for a fresh distinctive flavour and approachable taste that is truly Jack to the core. Perfect served as a Jack Apple and Tonic!
Hard Seltzer
DRTY, £15 (6 x mixed cans), www.drtydrinks.com or Ocado
DRTY is a zero-carb hard seltzer canned drink, offered in White Citrus and Raspberry Rosé flavours. DRTY uses fermented fruits with 100% fermentable sugar profile, leaving no residual sugar and no carbohydrates, which in turn offers a crisp and refreshing sugar-free beverage clocking in at only 90 calories and 4% ABV, making them the perfect drink to have this spring and summer.
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